The Rode NT1 has earned a reputation as one of the most useful large-diaphragm condensers ever made at any price, and it's not hard to understand why. When Rode relaunched the NT1 name in 2013 they started from scratch — new capsule, new circuit, new body — and the result was a microphone with a noise floor so low (4.5dB self-noise) that it was essentially redefining what you could expect from an affordable studio condenser. The HF6 capsule voices the NT1 with a detailed midrange, smooth and extended high end, and warm round bass, with none of the exaggerated presence peaks that make a lot of budget condensers tiring to listen to on vocals. It's a mic that works on a wide range of voices, plays nicely with acoustic instruments, and handles high SPL sources without flinching. A lot of records have been made with this microphone.
This one is in excellent condition — clean body, the ceramic coating is holding up well, and everything functions as it should. Includes the Rode SM6 shockmount with integrated pop filter, which on its own is a genuinely well-designed piece of hardware. It's a complete, ready-to-record package.
- Make: Rode
- Model: NT1 (2013 version)
- Type: Large-diaphragm true condenser
- Capsule: 1-inch HF6 cardioid
- Polar pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz
- Self-noise: 4.5dB(A)
- Maximum SPL: 132dB
- Output: XLR, transformerless
- Power requirement: 24-48V phantom power
- Body: machined aluminium with nickel plating and military-grade ceramic coating, black finish
- Country of origin: Australia
- Modifications: none
- Includes: Rode SM6 shockmount with integrated pop filter
Ships carefully packed and insured for full value.
International buyers are welcome — please contact us for a shipping quote before purchasing.
About Mill River Music
Mill River Music is an independent, human-powered music shop located in downtown Northampton, MA, run by a team of players, enthusiasts, and certified repair technicians. Every piece of used gear we sell is personally inspected, tested, and set up before it ships — we don't list it until we'd be happy to play it ourselves.
As Martin and Taylor certified techs, we hold our guitar work to a high standard, and we're committed to full transparency about the condition of everything we sell. No surprises.
When you buy from Mill River, you're supporting an independent local business that genuinely cares — about gear, about players, and about doing things right. We're here every step of the way. Reach out anytime.
